Ministry of Economy and Finance

Italian economic policy and growth outlook

4 clusters · 33 sources · last updated about 5 hours ago

Latest: Giancarlo Giorgetti proposes tax breaks for young workers' raises

Italian Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti has further detailed fiscal proposals for the upcoming budget law, specifically targeting wage growth for younger demographics. He has proposed a 5% flat tax applied to salary

South Korea scales AI, semiconductor, and energy investments

40 clusters · 114 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: South Korean institutions partner on AI and Physical AI development

South Korea is accelerating its AI and semiconductor expansion through massive state-led investments and infrastructure projects. The government has broken ground on the National AI Computing Center in Jeollanam-do and i

South Korean fiscal, tax reform, and wealth fund updates

6 clusters · 15 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: South Korea tax reforms and new sovereign wealth fund details revealed

South Korea has reported significant developments regarding its national finances and anti-corruption efforts. An audit by the Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission of 311 public institutions identified 14,178 case

Peru 2026 regional & municipal elections logistics

23 clusters · 67 sources · last updated about 15 hours ago

Latest: Peru: Women to comprise over half of 2026 electoral roll

Peru is advancing logistical and educational preparations for the regional and municipal elections on 4 October 2026. The National Office of Electoral Processes (ONPE) has established a definitive voter registry of over

MPS consolidation: Defensive bids and growing scrutiny

46 clusters · 326 sources · last updated about 18 hours ago

Latest: Monte dei Paschi di Siena files takeover bids for Banco BPM and Banca Generali

Monte dei Paschi di Siena (MPS) has escalated its defensive strategy by formally filing takeover bids with Consob for Banco BPM and Banca Generali. This move seeks to expand MPS’s footprint in wealth management and banca

Peru 2026 political transition and security agenda

272 clusters · 1067 sources · last updated about 19 hours ago

Latest: Keiko Fujimori delivers aid to Purús and announces connectivity measures

President Keiko Fujimori has expanded her security agenda to address rising violence, specifically targeting extortion and kidnapping within the public transport sector. The administration is implementing an intelligence

Peru El Niño risk management and prevention

13 clusters · 37 sources · last updated about 21 hours ago

Latest: Peru approves emergency plan for fishing and aquaculture sectors

To address anticipated climate emergencies in 2026 and 2027, the Peruvian government has implemented multi-sectoral preparations for the El Niño phenomenon. President Keiko Fujimori established the National Commission fo

Italy PNRR rollout: Regional gaps and implementation debates

42 clusters · 245 sources · last updated about 23 hours ago

Latest: Italy PNRR funds face regional implementation challenges

By mid-September 2026, Italy’s PNRR rollout continues to exhibit significant regional disparities and ongoing debates regarding implementation and strategic direction. While the European Union has approved the final revi

Morocco Economic Growth, Trade Deficit, and Tourism Trends

68 clusters · 135 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Morocco projects steady economic growth through 2029

Morocco’s economy continues to expand, supported by a surge in foreign direct investment, which grew 29% in 2025. While manufacturing and export sectors like automotive and aerospace show double-digit growth, the trade d

Greek demographic crisis and population decline

8 clusters · 51 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Kyriakos Pierrakakis details ‘Piggy Bank for the New Generation’ initiative

Greece continues to face a severe demographic crisis characterized by rapid aging and declining birth rates. With a median age of 47.2 years as of 2025, the country is the fourth-oldest in the EU. The fertility rate rema

Korea semiconductor boom drives record exports and brand

23 clusters · 76 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: South Korea reports economic recovery and new cultural export initiatives

South Korea’s export-driven economy continues to expand, fueled by a sustained semiconductor boom and AI investment. In August 2026, exports reached $98.25 billion, a 68.7% year-on-year increase. By September 5, 2026, cu

South Korean Chuseok holiday market preparations

12 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Seoul issues 265 billion won in gift certificates for Chuseok

In preparation for the 2026 Chuseok holiday, South Korean authorities are implementing multi-layered measures to stabilize prices and stimulate consumption. While food manufacturers have raised prices for staples due to

Panama economic, tourism, and maritime sector growth

12 clusters · 86 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Panama Canal drought threatens $10 billion in Caribbean imports

Panama continues to expand its economic and tourism sectors through strategic branding and international trade engagement. The Panama Tourism Authority (ATP) and PROMTUR have launched the ‘Panamá, Anfitrión del Mundo’ co

Peru economy expands via exports and rising investment

35 clusters · 111 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Peru trade outlook: Exports rise amid mining boom and new trade negotiations

By September 2026, Peru’s economic expansion continued to be driven by robust mining and agricultural exports. Total exports reached US$ 63.521 billion through July, marking a 33% year-on-year increase and extending a 27

French tax authority and FICOBA data breach

7 clusters · 149 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: CNIL announces audits of French tax and identity agencies after major data breaches

In mid-August 2026, the French General Directorate of Public Finances (DGFiP) confirmed a series of cyberattacks occurring throughout the summer. The most significant breach, occurring between late June and early July, w

Paraguay healthcare crisis deepens as doctors mass resign

11 clusters · 76 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Medical labor disputes impact healthcare services in Honduras and Paraguay

The healthcare crisis in Paraguay has intensified as medical professionals face extreme physical and emotional exhaustion, compounded by critical shortages of basic supplies. Mass resignations have reached a critical lev

Economic reform proposals in Peru and Argentina

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Peru Economy Minister critiques interest rate caps and stalled public works

Economic leaders and officials in Peru and Argentina have proposed various monetary and regulatory reforms. In Peru, Julio Velarde, president of the Central Reserve Bank, advocated for removing interest rate caps, arguin

Italian private healthcare tariff dispute

3 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: UAP demands updated healthcare tariffs to protect Italian medical services

The National Union of Clinics, Polyclinics, Entities and Private Hospitals (UAP) continues to contest the new Italian ‘Decreto Tariffe’ (Tariff Decree), arguing that the proposed rates for outpatient and prosthetic servi

Antioquia regional project funding

2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Córdoba and Santa Fe secure $65 million for biprovincial aqueduct

Antioquia has secured 325.8 billion pesos to fund 28 regional projects through the 2026 ‘Obras por Impuestos’ (Works for Taxes) mechanism. This marks the third consecutive year the department has led the nation in managi

South Korea expands crypto oversight, STO roadmap and 2027 |

16 clusters · 49 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: South Korea prepares for 2027 digital asset taxation

Since June 2026, South Korea has aggressively expanded its crypto-regulatory framework. The cabinet amended the Foreign Exchange Transactions Act, requiring overseas transfer firms to register with the Bank of Korea and

Mistral AI scaling, sovereign AI push deepens

17 clusters · 179 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Mistral AI raises 3 billion euros in record European funding round

In June 2026, Mistral AI entered early‑stage talks to raise about €3 billion, which would lift its valuation to roughly €20 billion. The round would be anchored by ASML and fund a new €830 million loan‑backed data‑centre

Latin America infrastructure and sanitation crises

18 clusters · 88 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Environmental crises reported in Peru and Mexico

Persistent infrastructure failures, heavy rainfall, and stalled public works continue to cause widespread utility disruptions and safety hazards across Latin America. In Mexico, urban sanitation and maintenance crises pe

South Korean local education funding reform protests

8 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Sejong Education Superintendent opposes local finance grant reforms

Tensions have escalated regarding the South Korean government’s proposal to reform the local education fiscal grant system. The Ministry of Education intends to move away from the current method of linking grants to 20.7

South Korean mortgage rates, costs and credit stress

24 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: South Korean mortgage delinquencies surge 120%

In mid-August 2026, South Korea’s household credit was projected to exceed 2,000 trillion won, driven by mortgage lending and debt-financed stock investing. In response, the Financial Services Commission doubled the annu

Korea Land and Housing Corporation operational issues

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: LH provided employee housing loans exceeding government limits

The Korea Land and Housing Corporation (LH) is facing scrutiny regarding its operational management and housing delivery. Data released by National Assembly member Jeong Hee-yong indicates a significant backlog of approx

South Korea tax reforms and housing supply efforts

22 clusters · 38 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Gyeonggi Province proposes 13 reforms to accelerate housing supply

The 2026 real-estate tax reform in South Korea continues to face political and public backlash. While the administration aims to shift taxation toward residency-based benefits, residents in areas like Seocho-gu have expr

Paraguay fiscal policy and debt management

6 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Paraguay Ministry of Economy presents 2027 national budget

Paraguay is experiencing significant fiscal debate regarding its public debt and budget management. Recent data indicates high budget rigidity, with salaries, pensions, and debt servicing consuming nearly 70% of the Cent

Paraguay public health funding and supply distribution

2 clusters · 92 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Paraguay Ministry of Health distributes medical supplies to sanitary regions

The Paraguayan government has outlined its 2027 National General Budget with a primary focus on the public health sector. Officials announced an allocation of USD 760 million for medicines and medical supplies, represent

Argentina defense budget and naval expansion

2 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Political tensions in Spain and defense budget shifts in Argentina

In Argentina, President Javier Milei has initiated a series of budget reallocations and emergency decrees to bolster national defense. Initial measures via Decree 867/2026 directed approximately 140 million USD to the Mi

Homeplus rehabilitation plan approved by court

26 clusters · 37 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Homeplus rehabilitation plan triggers support for workers and small businesses

The Seoul Bankruptcy Court has approved the rehabilitation plan for Homeplus, marking a milestone after 18 months of proceedings. The plan secured 100% approval from secured creditors and shareholders, and 75.9% approval